{"product_id":"d20-eme2-10base-t-ge-ethernet-module","title":"D20 EME2 10Base-T GE Ethernet Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE D20 EME2\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eD20 EME2\u003c\/strong\u003e 10Base-T Ethernet Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for digital signal control and communication within D20 substation automation platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD20 EME2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE (General Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 mm x 60 mm x 35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25 - +55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Architecture Dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 digital inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry contact, 24 VDC baseline level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 digital outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry contact, 24 VDC baseline level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 A continuous per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10Base-T Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocol Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus RTU interface encapsulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD20 EME2\u003c\/strong\u003e: Secondary generation designator establishing the integrated Ethernet and discrete logic I\/O processing platform framework.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10BASE-T\u003c\/strong\u003e: Physical communication interface layer specifying the 10 Mbps twisted-pair copper line link profile configured for terminal execution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfinet \/ EtherNet\/IP Deterministic Networks and Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sub-assembly routes 16 discrete input states and actuates 16 discrete dry contact output loops via embedded switching arrays. Communication maps these I\/O vectors directly into 10Base-T Ethernet registers, executing command frames via Modbus protocol encapsulation. To prevent timing collisions during high-density I\/O scanning across adjacent Profinet or EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks, the hardware relies on exact coordination with verified firmware flash compatibility baselines flashed onto the upstream station receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the D20 EME2 module be inserted or removed from the backplane assembly while active voltage is present?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The internal logic pins and the 24 VDC dry contact circuit contacts do not feature staggered or pre-charged trace networks. Live hot-swapping can induce voltage transients that corrupt the shared communication bus and damage internal logic circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is the 2 A maximum current output limit maintained across adjacent digital channels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 2 A threshold is rated for independent resistive load switching at 24 VDC. For inductive load profiles, external suppression circuits must be installed parallel to the dry contacts to avoid contact welding caused by back-EMF voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIN-Rail and Chassis Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snugly secure the compact enclosure onto the master mounting track, verifying that the integrated chassis ground connection interfaces directly with a clean, unpainted surface of the metallic backpanel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscrete I\/O Field Wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route all 24 VDC dry contact input and output wires through separate field wiring trays, ensuring that the lines are segregated from parallel high-voltage AC distribution power cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwisted-Pair Ethernet Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate the 10Base-T copper link network using shielded twisted-pair cables, grounding the overall cable shield framework at the enclosure entrance boundary to mitigate stray electromagnetic induction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53114717471029,"sku":"D20 EME2 10BASE-T","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/D20EME210BASE-T.png?v=1783675402","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/d20-eme2-10base-t-ge-ethernet-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}